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Quick & Easy 30-Minute Homemade Chicken Chow Mein

A close-up of a white plate filled with savory chicken chow mein recipe, featuring saucy chicken pieces, noodles, carrots, and green onions.
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Make this savory Chicken Chow Mein at home. It features tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and flavorful noodles tossed in an authentic sauce. This recipe is a quick, healthier alternative to takeout, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 ounces dried egg noodles or chow mein noodles
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup sliced celery
  • 4 green onions, chopped (white and green parts separated)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain them well and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, chicken broth, and cornstarch to create the sauce. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add the white parts of the green onions, garlic, and ginger. Stir fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the cabbage, carrots, and celery to the skillet. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly, about 1 minute.
  7. Add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Toss everything together until the noodles are heated through and well combined with the sauce and ingredients.
  8. Stir in the green parts of the green onions just before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh noodles if available, or ensure dried noodles are fully drained to prevent a watery stir fry.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breast meat.
  • Add other crisp vegetables like snow peas or bell peppers if you have them.

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